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The NAACP

The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) is a civil rights organization founded in 1909 to fight discrimination and promote equality for African Americans. It works to eliminate barriers of racial injustice through legal action, advocacy, education, and public awareness. The NAACP advocates for voting rights, fair employment, quality education, and equitable treatment under the law. It also monitors and challenges discriminatory practices to ensure civil rights are protected. Overall, it seeks to create a society where all individuals have equal opportunities, regardless of race or background.